It only takes a few Hydrangea blooms to make a gorgeous bouquet, but you’ll want to follow these tips to make them last longer.

• Mature blossoms last longer than those that are just emerging. This is the opposite of many flowers which are usually cut when in bud.
• Cut them in the morning before the heat of the day arrives. Bring a bucket or vase filled with water with you and put the cut stems in it immediately.
• The shorter the stem, the longer the flower will last. Also, it is best to strip all of the leaves off the stems.
• When you’re ready to make your arrangement, plunge the angled stems into very warm water for about 30 seconds. Then put them in a vase filled with lukewarm water and a little floral preservative.
• Change the water and re-cut the stems every few days to prolong their vase life.